The Penn Mariner II 6' Boat Spinning Rods are tough, dependable, really good looking, and surprisingly affordable. The Mariner Series, stand-up style boat spinning rods are unique among solid glass rods. Constructed from 1 piece, tubular glass blanks, the tapers are comparable to more expensive tubular blanks. Lighter than other glass-blank rods, their strength is not diminished as a result of their lighter weight. They feature 6 long-lasting, stainless-steel guides with aluminum oxide inserts that minimize line friction and hold up to rugged treatment.
Penn is undeniably one of the best in the world when it comes to fishing rod construction. These highly rated Penn Mariner II 6’ (1 pc) boat spinning rods are Medium Power (Mono Line = 12-20 lbs., PowerPro Braid = 20-30 lbs.) Supported by highly favorable ratings, and known for their dependability, reliability, and durability, these Penn Mariner II 6' Boat Spinning Rods pair up perfectly with their KastKing Sharky II 4000 waterproof reel mates.
KastKing, a division of Eposeidon, Inc., introduced a remarkable and truly unique spinning reel in 2016, viz., the KastKing Sharky II Waterproof Spinning Reel. The Sharky II, the successor of the KastKing® Sharky, underwent 3 years of development and holds 20 new design patents. It is built to withstand the harshest conditions and submersion in saltwater for up to three minutes.
The Sharky II features 10 superior quality shielded stainless steel ball bearings and an instant stop anti-reverse bearing. It received an upgraded, newly designed spool with waterproof carbon fiber drags that is stronger, 10% lighter, and casts 10% further than its predecessor.
The Sharky II also has a best-in-class carbon fiber drag system. The Sharky II 4000 generates 28.5 lbs. of maximum drag, and the strength of its brass gears have been increased by 30%. KastKing took their best-selling Sharky spinning reel and made it even more spectacular! The new Sharky II reel is lighter, stronger, and is now waterproof, offering full protection from submersion in saltwater up to 3 minutes.
The Sharky II 4000 has a Gear Ratio of 5.2:1; a Superior Carbon Fiber Drag System with a Maximum Drag of 28.5 lbs.; Mono Line Capacity (lbs.-yds.) = 20-125; Interchangeable Retrieval; and Weight = 11 oz.
The reviews of the Sharky II are incredible. “Many think that this new KastKing Sharky II reel could be the best value spinning reel being sold today. Experts, reviewers, and users alike report that this saltwater designed, high-end, waterproof spinning reel outperforms some of the best known mid-size spinning reels costing well over $200.
In fact, KastKing® is an ICAST 2015 award winner (compared to Okuma, Penn, Pflueger, Shimano). Indeed, the best feature of the Sharky II could be its affordable price. Although its prices have been expected to skyrocket, its cost has remained low and relatively stable. The MSRP for the KastKing Sharky II 4000 Spinning Reel is $71.98. However, as an inducement to get anglers to try this unique new reel, prices have remained deeply discounted as part of KastKing’s program to launch its new, innovative product.
The Sharky II 4000 spinning reels are spooled 30 lb. PowerPro Vermillion Braid. This state of the art braided line is made predominantly from Kevlar, the same material from which bulletproof vests are made.
Buy this combo on sale, and you will pay $55.34 ($39.99 + 2.40 tax + $12.95 VS) for 1 Penn Mariner II 6' (1 pc) Medium Boat Spinning Rod, $48.20 ($36.98 + $2.58 tax + $5.99 VS) for the Kast King Sharky II 4000 Spinning Reel, and $24.64 ($17.59 + $1.06 tax + $5.99 VS) for the 30 lb. PowerPro Vermillion Braid, which totals $128.18 for 1 combo or $256.36 for 2. Follow up on this ad, and you can buy 1 Penn Mariner II Medium Rod and Sharky II 4000 Waterproof Spinning Reel Combo spooled with 30 lb. PowerPro Vermillion Braid for $125 or 2 for $215.